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Property investment stats for Netley, South East

A complete guide to property investment in Netley.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Netley is a mature coastal village with a steady housing market, appealing to those seeking a quieter pace of life. The area stands out for its relatively high proportion of older residents, with the population aged 60 and over in the 77th percentile, which shapes both demand and community feel. Average rental yields are moderate at 4.0%, and recent capital growth has been stable, with a 1-year change of 4.0% and a 3-year total of 9.5%. The price-to-income ratio sits at 6.8, pointing to a level of affordability that is neither stretched nor especially cheap for the region.

Sales volumes are modest (72 in the past year), and properties typically remain on the market for 104 days, suggesting a market that moves at a measured pace. With a rent-to-income ratio of 30.1%, rental affordability is a consideration for local tenants, but not at extremes.

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Key investment stats for Netley

Median price per sq ft

£377 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.0%

Capital growth (1y)

4.0%

Sales in past year

72

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Netley

Live prices in Netley, South East

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£399,975

25% of properties below...

£287,500

75% of properties below...

£550,000

Most expensive property

£1,800,000

Live listings

72

Median days on market

104

Should you invest in Netley?

Opportunities

  • The top-performing postcode district offers a rental yield of 4.8%, which is above the area average and may appeal to buy-to-let investors seeking reliable returns.
  • The current median asking price for a 3-bedroom house is £394,975, while 2-bedroom flats are listed at £257,500, offering accessible entry points for different investor profiles.
  • With capital growth over one and three years at 4.0% and 9.5% respectively, investors can expect steady, if unspectacular, long-term appreciation.

Risks

  • Liquidity may be a concern, as properties take an average of 104 days to sell, which could delay exits or refinancing.
  • The population is skewed towards older residents, in the 77th percentile, which may limit future rental demand growth from younger demographics.
  • The local market has a high proportion of social rented housing (77th percentile), which can impact the balance of private rental demand and supply.

Outlook

Netley is likely to continue offering stable, moderate returns for investors who prioritise predictability over rapid growth. The area’s demographic profile, with a strong presence of older and single-occupier households, is unlikely to shift quickly, so demand patterns should remain consistent.

Given the area’s 4.0% average yield and 4.0% capital growth over the past year, investors shouldn’t expect dramatic changes, but rather a slow-and-steady trajectory. The measured pace of sales and balanced affordability suggest that price volatility will remain low.

Overall, Netley’s property market looks set to remain a safe haven for those seeking lower risk and a community-oriented environment, but it may not suit those chasing high returns or rapid turnover.

Live properties in Netley

Investment properties in Netley, South East

2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
11% below median price

£285,000

2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Sellwood Road, Netley Abbey, Hampsh...

Properties needing refurbishment in Netley, South East
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 174 days

£500,000 - Offers in Excess of

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Gashouse Hill, Netley Abbey, Southa...

Slow to sell properties in Netley, South East
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 10%

£180,000

2 bedroom flat for sale

York Road, Netley Abbey, Hampshire,...

Big price drop properties in Netley, South East
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
31% below median price

£375,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Waverley Avenue, Southampton, SO31

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Netley, South East
Low Price per Sq Ft

Best places to invest in Netley

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1SO314.8%2.9%£382 / sq ft

Data sources

GeoGlider calculates property investment stats by blending official and proprietary datasets. Here's a quick overview of key sources and how we use them:

  • HM Land Registry: Property transaction and sold-price records for England & Wales used to calculate historical capital growth, price levels and comparables.

  • Office for National Statistics (ONS): Demographic and economic indicators for the UK, including Census 2021, supporting area profiling and market context.

  • Ordnance Survey: Authoritative UK geospatial data powering accurate boundaries, roads and terrain for mapping and spatial analysis.

  • GeoProp: Our proprietary AI pipeline that processes millions of property listings to extract rich features and live market signals.

  • Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities: Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) scores and property floor areas.

  • HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): Household income and employment data to understand local affordability and economic conditions.

Data is updated continuously, matched across sources and rigorously validated.